Engineering Technician/Assistant

2 weeks ago

Medina, Ohio, United States Hennepin County, MN Full time
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Medina, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25TRNS120TF011
Department: Transportation Operations
Division: Trans Ops Asset Management
Opening Date: 01/30/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
The Asset Management division of Hennepin County's Transportation Operation department is seeking an Engineering Technician or Assistant Engineering Technician to work as part of a team to deliver maintenance projects with opportunities for technical growth through training and working with other experienced professionals. This role encompasses a blend of fieldwork and office-based tasks. You'll be conducting thorough inspections of drainage structures and pavement conditions. Additionally, your duties will focus on plan production and data input.
  • Engineering Technician, Assistant (Level I): $48,183.23 - $66,608.86 Annually
  • Engineering Technician (Level II): $60,857.51- $80,963.49 Annually
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the page.

Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340 (there is no public transportation to the facility), in a field environment within Hennepin County and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with flexible hours between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About these position types:
These are full-time, benefit earning positions.
These positions are internally classified as an Engineering Technician, Assistant (Level I) or Engineering Technician (Level II).

Click to view the job classification specification for Engineering Technician, Assistant.

Click to view the job classification specification for Engineering Technician

In these positions, you will:
  • For hire as an Assistant Engineering Technician (Level I):
    • Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications.
    • Observe construction activities for compliance to the project plans and specifications.
    • Assist in asset inspection, data collection and documentation in the field.
    • Assist in the preparation of plan development and check item quantities.
  • For hire as an Engineering Technician (Level II - including the above duties):
    • Read, interpret and understand construction plans and technical specifications.
    • Observe construction activities for compliance to the project plans and specifications.
    • Assist in asset inspection, data collection and documentation in the field.
    • Prepare plan sheets and verify item quantities.
    • Conduct inspections for culverts, curb, and pavement by collecting field data and documenting in ArcGIS, ICON (Infrastructure Consultant) and ATOM (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
    • May direct, train, and check the work of technicians in lower-level classifications.
Need to have:
  • For hire as an Assistant Engineering Technician (Level I)
    • One of the following:
      • Completion of an approved highway/civil engineering technology or land surveying training program.
      • One or more years of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work.
      • One year of experience analyzing numerical data using computer software applications, or developing and maintaining computerized information system applications.
      • Thirty (30) college semester credits in mathematics, geography, computer science, or engineering related technical courses.
  • A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a
  • Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds; climb up and down slopes; work outdoors, and around traffic in all weather conditions with or without reasonable accommodation.
    • For hire as an Engineering Technician (Level II)
      • One of the following:
        • Three years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work.
        • Three years or more of college or technical school credits in a related engineering or computer science field.
        • Current certification as a Certified Survey Technician (CST), Level 2.
    • A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a
    • Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds; climb up and down slopes; work outdoors, and around traffic in all weather conditions with or without reasonable accommodation.
    Nice to have:
    • Certification(s) from the MnDOT Technical Certification Program.
    • Experience:
      • Utilizing computer software, such as CAD (OpenRoads, InRoads, Geopak, Civil 3D or equivalent), GIS, spreadsheets, or databases
      • Engineering design, survey, permitting processes, and inspection work.
      • Using terrain surface and/or roadway geometric design using roadway design software.
    • Knowledge of:
      • Math functions such as arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
      • Construction equipment, materials, and methods.
    • Ability to:
      • Communicate with staff at all levels of the organization.
      • Read and understand MnDot standard design manuals and technical memos, construction plans, specifications and other civil engineering job-related forms.
      • Schedule, prioritize, and balance several tasks/projects.
    About the department:
    We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.
    About Hennepin County:
    Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

    Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (log in as Guest).

    Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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    The list created from this posting will be used to fill a vacancy at either the Assistant Engineering Technician or the Engineering Technician level. Job class selection will be based on the education and experience of the applicant.

    Applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor on an on-going basis until the position is filled.

    Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis, driver's license check, and/or a criminal background check.

    If you have any questions, please contact:

    Tanisha Foster

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    Why work here?

    Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:
    • Meaningful work
    • Public service
    • Competitive pay
    • Work-life balance
    • Generous benefits
    • Opportunities to grow
    • Commitment to your success
    By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
    Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

    If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
    01

    The requirements of these positions are:

    A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a
Hennepin County driver's permit.

The ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds; climb up and down slopes; work outdoors, and around traffic in all weather conditions with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340 (there is no public transportation to the facility), in a field environment within Hennepin County and remote as job duties require.

Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with flexible hours between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
02

In which of the following areas do you have professional experience? Check all that apply.
  • Geographic information systems application
  • Civil Engineering
  • Land survey
  • Technical non-professional highway
  • Other related engineering work
  • None of the above
03

If you selected one of the areas of professional experience above, describe your related work experience, referencing positions listed on your resume/application. If you do not have related work experience, type "None" in the space provided.
04

How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have in the areas you selected in question #2?
  • I do not have this experience
  • Less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more, but less than 7 years
  • 8 years or more, but less than 9 years
  • 9 years or more
05

Have you completed an approved highway/civil engineering technology program (full-time, two year program)?
  • Yes
  • No
06

Do you have at least thirty (30) college quarter credits in mathematics, geography, computer science, and/or engineering related technical courses?
  • Yes
  • No
07

List your relevant completed education making reference to school(s) attended, area(s) of study, certificate(s) and/or degree(s) earned. If you do not have any completed education, type "None" in the space provided.
08

Have you completed any certification(s) from the MnDOT Technical Certification Program?
  • Yes
  • No
09

List your MnDOT technical certifications. If you do not have any certification(s), type "None" in the space provided.
10

How many years of experience do you have with terrain surface and/or roadway geometric design using roadway design software?
  • I do not have this experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
11

Select the following computer software you have utilized? Check all that apply.
  • CAD (OpenRoads, InRoads, Geopak)
  • CAD (Civil 3D or equivalent)
  • Databases
  • Geographic Information System (GIS)
  • Spreadsheets
  • None of the above
12

Describe your experience with utilizing computer software choice(s) you indicated in the previous questions, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
13

Do you have experience with reading interpreting MnDOT standard design manuals and technical memos, construction plans, specifications, and other written forms?
  • Yes
  • No
14

Describe your experience with reading and interpreting MnDOT standard design manuals and technical memos, construction plans, specifications, and other written forms, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
15

Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.
  • College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
  • Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
  • Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County
  • Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
  • Hennepin County job notification emails
  • Indeed.com
  • Job fair or networking event
  • LinkedIn
  • Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
  • Professional association (job board or email)
  • Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
  • www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com
  • Other
16

For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website or media source.
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